2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 755 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
